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Vuze
What Vuze is
Vuze is a BitTorrent client for Windows, macOS and Linux. It transfers pieces of files between computers and assembles the pieces into complete downloads. Because a download can receive pieces from multiple peers, its speed depends on the uploads available from seeders and peers; a small swarm may not have peers holding every piece still needed. Vuze supports magnet links, which can be pasted into messages to start a download without first downloading a .torrent file. It also lists selective download, a web interface, remote control, DHT support and VPN binding.
Vuze Free costs nothing and includes one trial DVD burn and Play Later, with ads and offers. Vuze Plus costs $3.99 a month and includes unlimited DVD burns, Play Sooner and no ads. Vuze says it has contributed innovations involving DHT, encryption, Vivaldi peer selection, FriendBoost and Reverse Subscriptions. Help is available through its FAQ/wiki, community forums and Vuze Plus Support. The company supporting Vuze Plus is Azureus Software, Inc.; it says direct purchases can be refunded if requested within 30 days. Vuze also says not to download, burn or share content that infringes copyrights.
Who it suits
Vuze suits people who want a desktop BitTorrent client on Windows, macOS or Linux, including users who want to start downloads from magnet links. Those who want DVD burning, Play Sooner and no ads can consider Vuze Plus.
What it does well
- Runs on Windows, macOS and Linux.
- Magnet links can start downloads without a .torrent file.
- Lists selective download, web interface and remote control.
- Supports DHT and VPN binding.
- Vuze Plus includes unlimited DVD burns and no ads.
What to know first
- The free edition includes ads and offers.
- Free includes only one trial DVD burn and Play Later.
- Download speed depends on peer and seeder uploads.
- A small swarm may lack peers holding missing pieces.
Limits
Vuze Free includes one trial DVD burn and Play Later, with ads and offers. Vuze Plus costs $3.99 a month and lists unlimited DVD burns, Play Sooner and no ads.
Plans
| Plan | Billed and limits | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Vuze Free | 1 trial DVD burn · Play Later · ads and offers | Free |
| Vuze Plus | Unlimited DVD burns · Play Sooner · no ads | $3.99 a month |
As vuze.com lists them, read 4 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.
Getting started
- Visit https://www.vuze.com/.
- Choose a supported system: Windows, macOS or Linux.
- Select Vuze Free or Vuze Plus.
- Use a magnet link or a .torrent file to start a download.
Verdict
Choose Vuze if you want a BitTorrent client with magnet link support and the listed desktop features. Vuze Plus may suit users who want unlimited DVD burns, Play Sooner and no ads; the free edition has ads and only one trial DVD burn.
Questions
How much does Vuze cost?
Vuze Free costs nothing. Vuze Plus is $3.99 a month.
Is there a free plan?
Yes. Vuze Free includes one trial DVD burn and Play Later, with ads and offers.
Which platforms does Vuze support?
Vuze lists Windows, macOS and Linux.
Can I use magnet links?
Yes. Magnet links can be pasted into messages to start a download without first downloading a .torrent file.
Who supports Vuze Plus?
Vuze identifies Azureus Software, Inc. as the company supporting Vuze Plus.
Can a Vuze Plus purchase be refunded?
The maker says direct purchases from Azureus Software, Inc. can be refunded if requested within 30 days.
Facts from Vuze's own pages
- Copyright policy
- Vuze says not to download, burn, or share content that infringes copyrights. · cf2.vuze.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Download speed dependency
- Vuze support says download speed depends on available seed and peer uploads, and a small swarm may have no peers with missing pieces. · cf2.vuze.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Free edition limits
- The comparison page lists one trial DVD burn and Play Later for Vuze Free. · vuze.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Magnet links
- Magnet links can be pasted into messages and used to download without first downloading a .torrent file. · vuze.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Open source contributions
- Vuze says it has contributed innovations involving DHT, encryption, Vivaldi peer selection, FriendBoost, and Reverse Subscriptions. · vuze.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Peer-to-peer transfers
- Vuze uses BitTorrent peer-to-peer technology, where a download can receive file pieces from multiple computers. · vuze.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Plus features
- Vuze Plus advertises playable DVD burning, Play Now video streaming, and no ads. · vuze.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Product
- Vuze is a BitTorrent client that transfers file pieces between peers and assembles them into complete downloads. · vuze.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Publisher
- The Vuze site identifies Azureus Software, Inc. as the company supporting Vuze Plus and holds its copyright. · cf2.vuze.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Refund policy
- The maker says Vuze Plus purchases made directly from Azureus Software, Inc. can be refunded if requested within 30 days. · cf2.vuze.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Support channels
- Vuze directs users to its FAQ/wiki, community forums, and Vuze Plus Support. · cf2.vuze.com, 4 Oct 2026
- Supported desktop systems
- Vuze lists Windows, Mac, and Linux as supported operating systems. · cf2.vuze.com, 4 Oct 2026
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